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Parent Tips for a “no burn-out, no bummer” summer with kids
Let’s face it: for parents, the unbridled enthusiasm that summer break used to evoke, very likely — and understandably — diminished as worries about scheduling, daycare, camp sign-ups, and more, took precedence. And when the pandemic hit, the concept of long, unstructured, freeform days with kids who had nowhere to go (while parents, of course, still had jobs to do), incited a ton of anxiety, to be sure. It also resulted in the exacerbation of a phenomenon that was well documented, even before the pandemic: parental burnout. All that said, parental burnout isn’t an inevitable result of caring for kids — even during a challenging time like the summer. San Diego-based licensed marital and family therapist and mom of two young boys, Alyssa Mass, MFT, a personal and professional veteran of managing stress and overwhelm with young children, has some tools for parents to preserve their sanity and lower their stress levels over the summer and beyond.
Managing Mental Health During the Holidays
The holidays are framed as the most wonderful time of year, yet this season can also come loaded with stressors. It can also unearth a slew of emotional and mental health challenges. Learn what you can do to stay healthy, help a loved one, and get the care you need.
Take a breath. You've got this: Tips for Calming the Chaos of Back to School
Back-to-school times are mentally exhausting for both kids and parents. With some added awareness, compassion, and intentional steps to manage the stress, it’s possible to settle into this new chapter with more ease than you may have thought. Learn to handle it better with some mental health tips.
Beware the Punch Bowl: Drinking Related Problems Around the Holidays
The holidays are a time for celebration. Many people include drinking in their celebration, including wine on Thanksgiving, cocktails at Christmas parties, and champagne on New Year's. But sometimes, you drinking too much can lead to serious problems. There are many reasons why the holidays lead to excessive drinking.
